2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |